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Musical artist Wynton Marsalis hosts the Essentially Ellington Festival competition of high-school jazz bands.

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Brian Costello Common Sense Media 05/31/2012
5/5
Inspiring documentary about high school jazz musicians. Go to Full Review Michael Sragow Baltimore Sun 09/11/2009
3.5/4
Anyone who wonders why jazz and the movies are often called the quintessential American arts should check out Bruce Broder's exhilarating documentary about high school jazz bands. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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04/02/2024 A moving documentary that will inspire both music and non-music fans! See more 03/10/2013 Inspiring doc of high schoolers playing some incredible jazz. See more 03/25/2012 a brilliant concept filmmed through an experienced eye. a developmental journey lacking only mildly in its attempt to engulf the viewer See more 06/21/2010 One of the best documentary's out there. Passion. See more 05/06/2010 Terrific film! All you jazz band parents/students should see this. See more 02/21/2010 Great documentary with some great music. Good too see music still being held with such high respect and standards. Especially in the days of Lady Gaga & Akon. Like good jazz? Check this one out for sure. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Musical artist Wynton Marsalis hosts the Essentially Ellington Festival competition of high-school jazz bands.
Director
Bruce Broder
Genre
Documentary, Music
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
May 22, 2017
Runtime
1h 28m